As a child she was bullied and called names by others, but she overcame that obstacle and went on to compete in "America's Next Top Model," cycle 21. While she did not win, she made it as a finalist in sixth place. less

As a child she was bullied and called names by others, but she overcame that obstacle and went on to compete in "America's Next Top Model," cycle 21. While she did not win, she made it as a finalist in sixth ... more

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The 22-year-old has been the face for designer brand "Desigual" and "Diesel," along with being featured in ads for "Sprite" and "Swarovski" high-end Italian clothing brand.

The 22-year-old has been the face for designer brand "Desigual" and "Diesel," along with being featured in ads for "Sprite" and "Swarovski" high-end Italian clothing brand.

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Madeline Stuart is challenging the way people see Down Syndrome and the standard image of perfection.

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Melanie Gaydos was born with Ectodermal Dysplasia, a rare genetic disorder that causes abnormalities to her hair, nails, and teeth. Against all odds the 26-year-old launched her modeling career through Craiglaist and has become a sensation. less

Melanie Gaydos was born with Ectodermal Dysplasia, a rare genetic disorder that causes abnormalities to her hair, nails, and teeth. Against all odds the 26-year-old launched her modeling career through ... more

After making a name for herself as a fashion blogger, she became the face of high-end Italian brand "Diesel." Today she is the executive editor for "WeTheUrban"

After making a name for herself as a fashion blogger, she became the face of high-end Italian brand "Diesel." Today she is the executive editor for "WeTheUrban"

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When she went into modeling, Andreja Pejic, born Andrej Pejic, was known for her gender fluidity. She commonly posed in male and female roles, until 2014 when she underwent sec reassignment surgery.

When she went into modeling, Andreja Pejic, born Andrej Pejic, was known for her gender fluidity. She commonly posed in male and female roles, until 2014 when she underwent sec reassignment surgery.

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In May 2015 Andreja became the first transgender model to be featured in "Vogue."

In May 2015 Andreja became the first transgender model to be featured in "Vogue."

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Cassandra Bankson, 22, became a Youtube hit after showing how she hides her "awful" facial acne that coats her face, neck, chest and back. She faced so much bulling that she pulled out of school and finished her education with a private tutor. less

Cassandra Bankson, 22, became a Youtube hit after showing how she hides her "awful" facial acne that coats her face, neck, chest and back. She faced so much bulling that she pulled out of school and finished ... more